TauRus Posted May 1, 2003 Share Posted May 1, 2003 Guys, would you suggest the optimal choice of cable (brand, gauge, type) for wiring the surround channels. Let's say the overall length would be between 25-30 feet. I am using RB5-IIs as surround channels. They are bi-wirable, but does bi-wiring make sense on surround channels (keeping in mind I have just ordered Denon DVD2900 SACD/DVD-A player)? In case it makes sense what cable would be optimal in this scenario? Something like StarQuad? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easylistener Posted May 1, 2003 Share Posted May 1, 2003 This question can start a war. I would say just use a name brand 12 gauge wire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TauRus Posted May 1, 2003 Author Share Posted May 1, 2003 No, no, no, .. enough of wars ... Let's solve this diplomatically. OK, if we forget about brands, can you guys at least suggest between these choices: - stranded vs. solid core - zip vs twisted pair vs whateverelse Also, if you know of any decent place to purchase these cables onine or retail, I would appreciate this as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Professor.Ham.Slap Posted May 1, 2003 Share Posted May 1, 2003 Well, I really like these. I got them a few weeks ago and the sound is better than any 16 ga I've heard by far. I suggest stranded wire because solid core is much less pliable and honestly it is a pain to work with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netnut Posted May 1, 2003 Share Posted May 1, 2003 ---------------- On 5/1/2003 1:04:09 PM TauRus wrote: Guys, would you suggest the optimal choice of cable (brand, gauge, type) for wiring the surround channels. Let's say the overall length would be between 25-30 feet. I am using RB5-IIs as surround channels. They are bi-wirable, but does bi-wiring make sense on surround channels (keeping in mind I have just ordered Denon DVD2900 SACD/DVD-A player)? In case it makes sense what cable would be optimal in this scenario? Something like StarQuad? ---------------- TR,Get the best wire you can afford.A better cable introduces less distortion into the system.But it does'nt improve the signal it's carrying.Yes Yes Yes to bi-wiring.It reduces distortion in the cable giving you a much better sounding system. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easylistener Posted May 1, 2003 Share Posted May 1, 2003 OK get the highest straind count as possible. I do not like solid wire. Oxygen free is suppose to be the best. I like braided 12gauge copper wire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TauRus Posted May 1, 2003 Author Share Posted May 1, 2003 Thank you all folks for the advice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Leeroy Posted May 4, 2003 Share Posted May 4, 2003 I have used twisted CAT-5 computer wire for runs of over 50' and it sounds great with what I run. GOOD LUCK! LEEROY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JewishAMerPrince Posted May 5, 2003 Share Posted May 5, 2003 ---------------- On 5/1/2003 1:54:16 PM TauRus wrote: No, no, no, .. enough of wars ... Let's solve this diplomatically. OK, if we forget about brands, can you guys at least suggest between these choices: - stranded vs. solid core - zip vs twisted pair vs whateverelse Also, if you know of any decent place to purchase these cables onine or retail, I would appreciate this as well. ---------------- Try www.KnuKnonceptz.com...click on home theater. They have great wire at reasonable prices. JR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheEAR Posted May 5, 2003 Share Posted May 5, 2003 "This question can start a war." GREAT PREPARE THE NUKE SUBS,CARPET BOMBING WECOMING PARTY AND LET IT RIP I use various cables from Ultra Link standard 12GA wire to Cardas GoldenCross.Passing by Monster M2.4B and Monster Sigma. Rememer cables are a visual icing on the cake,and you better invest in speakers and amps before expensive cables. Some great inexpensive cables are from UltraLink and Tributairies,others pointed to good choices too. When you get your new cables listen to some Public Enemy's Son of a Bush.Sounds great on Klipsch RF7's.So detailed and striking right to the heart LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cluless Posted May 5, 2003 Share Posted May 5, 2003 There are a bunch of sites that specify in tables the min/max gauge of speaker wire for length of wire run considering speaker impedence. I'd add a link, but I'm at mypainfullyslowalmostintolerablehomeinternetconnection. Use the tables as a grass roots baseline, then decide if you want to spend $5.00 or $5000.00 or anywhere in between. Personally, my ears will never have the opportunity to audition the expensive stuff, therefore they are happy with the cheap solution. Ignorance is bliss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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